Meet Dr. McAtamney: My Approach to Caring for the Floral Park Community

Helping Families Live Healthier, Happier, More Inspired Lives!

Have you ever wondered what makes chiropractic care about so much more than just back pain?

Hello! I’m Dr. John McAtamney, but most people know me as Dr. Mac!

Welcome to Inspired Chiropractic, right here in the heart of Floral Park, New York.

My mission is simple: To inspire and empower people to live life to their fullest potential!

I believe that health is more than just how you feel. It’s about how well your body functions, adapts, and responds to the challenges of everyday life.

That’s the philosophy behind everything we do at Inspired Chiropractic.

Why I Love Being a Chiropractor

One of the greatest joys of being a chiropractor is having the opportunity to care for people throughout the different stages of their lives.

From newborn babies and growing children to expectant mothers, busy parents, and grandparents, every person has a unique story.

And every person deserves to be heard, respected, and cared for as an individual.

My passion for chiropractic comes from a simple belief: The human body is remarkable!

Every second of every day, your body is working to maintain balance, respond to stress, and adapt to its environment.

Chiropractic gives me an opportunity to focus on the relationship between the spine, nervous system, and the body’s ability to move and function.

Your Nervous System: The Amazing Control and Communication Center!

Think of your nervous system as your body’s communication highway.

Your brain sends and receives messages through your spinal cord and nerves, helping coordinate movement, sensation, and many of your body’s automatic functions.

Your nervous system is involved when you:

• Walk, run, jump, and play.
• Maintain balance and posture.
• Respond to changes in your surroundings.
• Feel and interpret sensations.
• Coordinate muscles and joints.

Your spine plays an important role in supporting and protecting your spinal cord while allowing your body to move.

At Inspired Chiropractic, we place special emphasis on spinal function and the relationship between movement and the nervous system.

Because how your body moves and functions matters!

What Makes My Chiropractic Approach Different?

My approach to chiropractic is rooted in three important principles:

1. Every person is unique.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to chiropractic care. A newborn, a pregnant mother, a teenager, and a grandparent all have different needs.

I take time to understand your concerns, evaluate your spine and movement, and discuss appropriate care options.

2. We look beyond symptoms.

Pain can be an important signal that something needs attention, but it isn’t the only consideration when evaluating musculoskeletal health.

We also look at posture, spinal movement, joint function, and how these factors may affect your everyday activities.

3. We respect the body’s remarkable ability to adapt.

Your body constantly responds to the physical demands of daily life.

Our chiropractic approach focuses on identifying areas of spinal joint dysfunction, including what chiropractors traditionally call vertebral subluxations, and determining whether a specific adjustment is appropriate.

The goal is to support spinal mobility, musculoskeletal function, and comfortable movement.

Why I Have a Special Passion for Children

Children amaze me!

From the moment they’re born, their bodies are learning, growing, and developing.

Think about everything a child learns during the first few years of life.

They discover how to lift their head, roll over, sit, crawl, stand, walk, run, and eventually jump!

All these movements require incredible coordination between the brain, nervous system, muscles, and joints.

At Inspired Chiropractic, I enjoy helping parents understand the importance of movement, posture, and healthy physical development.

When families have concerns about their child’s spine or musculoskeletal function, we discuss whether chiropractic evaluation is appropriate.

Pediatric chiropractic care is individualized, and it does not replace regular pediatric examinations, developmental screening, or medical treatment.

My goal is to help parents become informed and confident advocates for their children’s health.

Supporting Moms Through Pregnancy

Pregnancy is one of life’s most extraordinary experiences.

As a baby grows, a mother’s body undergoes amazing physical changes.

Her center of gravity shifts, her posture adapts, and her muscles and joints respond to new demands.

These changes can sometimes contribute to lower back discomfort, pelvic pain, and difficulty moving comfortably.

I enjoy working with expectant mothers and helping them understand how pregnancy affects their spine and posture.

When appropriate, prenatal chiropractic care may be one part of a broader plan to manage musculoskeletal discomfort.

We adapt care to each mother’s stage of pregnancy, health history, and individual needs while encouraging communication with her obstetrician or midwife.

Every mom deserves to feel listened to, supported, and respected throughout her pregnancy journey!

What Is a Vertebral Subluxation?

This is an important part of my chiropractic philosophy.

In traditional chiropractic terminology, a vertebral subluxation describes an alteration in spinal joint function that chiropractors seek to identify and address through chiropractic adjustments.

At Inspired Chiropractic, we evaluate spinal movement and function to determine whether an adjustment may be appropriate.

The broader chiropractic philosophy emphasizes the relationship between the spine and nervous system.

While spinal joint dysfunction can affect movement and cause discomfort, claims that chiropractic adjustments treat unrelated diseases or broadly improve organ function have not been established by reliable scientific evidence.

Our focus is on appropriate chiropractic care, patient education, and supporting musculoskeletal health.

Caring for Floral Park: More Than Just a Chiropractic Office

Floral Park is more than the location of my practice. It’s a community of families, neighbors, friends, and people who care about one another.

At Inspired Chiropractic, I want people to feel welcome from the moment they walk through our doors.

I want parents to feel comfortable asking questions.

I want children to feel at ease.

I want expectant mothers to feel heard.

And I want every person to understand that their health concerns deserve attention and respect.

We believe education is a powerful part of healthcare.

That’s why I enjoy sharing information about posture, spinal health, movement, the nervous system, and practical ways families can take an active role in their well-being.

What Can You Expect When You Visit Inspired Chiropractic?

When you visit our Floral Park office, the focus is on YOU.

We begin by listening to your concerns and learning about your health history.

We then discuss an appropriate examination, which may include evaluating your posture, spinal movement, and musculoskeletal function.

If chiropractic care is indicated, I’ll explain my findings, discuss the recommended approach, and answer your questions.

If your concerns require evaluation by another healthcare professional, we’ll discuss that as well.

My goal is for you to understand your care and feel comfortable participating in decisions about your health.

Health Is More Than How You Feel!

This is one of the most important messages I share with families.

Health involves many things: movement, nutrition, rest, physical activity, emotional well-being, and access to appropriate healthcare.

Taking care of your spine is one part of that bigger picture.

Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s posture, an expectant mother experiencing back discomfort, or an adult looking to move more comfortably, understanding your body is a great place to begin.

At Inspired Chiropractic, we celebrate the incredible design of the human body and encourage families to take an active role in their health.

Let’s Build a Healthier Floral Park Together!

Being part of the Floral Park community is a privilege, and I look forward to continuing to serve local families through chiropractic care and education.

If you’ve been wondering whether chiropractic care might be appropriate for you or someone in your family, I’d love the opportunity to meet you, listen to your questions, and explain our approach.

Remember:

There Is Magic in a Healthy Spine!

And at Inspired Chiropractic, our purpose is to help you make informed choices about your spinal health so you can keep doing the things you love.

Welcome to Inspired Chiropractic. Welcome Home!

Inspired Chiropractic
Dr. John McAtamney, DC — Dr. Mac
114 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 112
Floral Park, NY 11001

Website: www.drmcatamney.com

Inspired Chiropractic — Enhancing Life. Empowering Lives.